Describe the three components that comprise the body's overall metabolism.

What will be an ideal response?


Metabolism is a function of (1) resting metabolic rate-the amount of energy required to maintain respiration, circulation, temperature regulation, and other essential body processes when at rest; (2) dietary thermogenesis-the energy required for digesting food; and (3) physical activity.

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Fill in the blank with the right word.

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Macular degeneration is deterioration of cells in the area of sharpest vision

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Beta blocker drugs, calcium channel blocker drugs, and ACE inhibitor drugs are three categories of drugs that are used to treat hypertension

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which one of the hypersensitivity reactions produces contact stomatitis?

- Cytotoxic (Type II) - Anaphylactic (Type I) - Cell mediated (Type IV) - Immune complex (Type III)

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